Pediatric and Rare Liver Diseases: Challenges and Opportunities
Nov
2026
Description
Pediatric and rare liver diseases present unique diagnostic, therapeutic, and psychosocial challenges for children and their families. Delayed diagnosis, limited treatment options, fragmented care, and inequitable access to specialty services continue to impact outcomes across the lifespan. Program presenters provide an overview of challenges and solutions, and share a view of what may be in store in the future.
Presentations
8:00 AM
- 8:15 AM
Convention Center - Mile High Ballroom 4DEF
Pediatric and Rare Liver Disease Through a Family-Centered/Patient Experience Lens
Gina Bartes, MSc, PhD | Presenter
8:15 AM
- 8:30 AM
Convention Center - Mile High Ballroom 4DEF
Patient Perspective: Family Life—Specialty Care, Education, and Psychosocial Stressors
Laura Bonebrake, MD | Presenter
8:30 AM
- 8:45 AM
Convention Center - Mile High Ballroom 4DEF
Diagnostic Challenges and Evolving Standards of Care
Sanjiv Harpavat, MD, PhD | Presenter
8:45 AM
- 9:00 AM
Convention Center - Mile High Ballroom 4DEF
Preparing Adolescents and Families for Adult Hepatology Care
Kristin Hatcher | Presenter
9:00 AM
- 9:30 AM
Convention Center - Mile High Ballroom 4DEF
Panel Discussion
Shreena Patel, MD | Moderator
